Teachers

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JOE SIMIELE

I teach piano, voice, guitar, songwriting and more. I am classically trained with a background in jazz, musical theatre and popular music. I also specialize in audition preparation and custom accompaniments.


Music enriches our lives, puts value on discipline and individual achievement, cultivates critical thinking skills, gives students something to be proud of, builds confidence, and most importantly brings us joy.

  • Master of Education, San Francisco State University

  • Bachelor of Music, Ithaca College

  • California teaching certification

  • New York teaching certification

  • American Federation of Musicians

Violinist Violin teacher

JUDY CRUCES

I teach violin, voice, beginning piano, theory, and more. I am a classically trained violinist with expertise in chamber string music, chamber singing, folk, latin, and popular music. I also specialize in Kodaly, an experience based approach to music education.

Music inspires creativity and self-expression while building discipline and resiliency. We can develop critical thinking and fine motor coordination with enjoyable melodic patterns and musical themes. Let’s connect the dots and make music together!

  • Master of Education emphasis in Kodaly, Holy Names University

  • Bachelor of Music emphasis in Violin Performance, California State University East Bay

  • Royal Conservatory Certified Teacher

Drummer Drumset Drum teacher

VINNIE RODRIGUEZ

I teach drum set, percussion, and beginning piano. I am a classically trained percussionist with two degrees in jazz studies to go along with an extensive professional career playing drum set.

I’m excited to teach private lessons and direct the jazz workshop at Alamo Music School. I look forward to sharing the joy of music with my students.

  • Master of Music emphasis in Jazz Studies, Summa Cum Laude, San Jose State University

  • Bachelor of Music emphasis in Jazz Studies, San Jose State University

  • Associate in Music, Arranging with Ray Brown, Cabrillo College

Alamo music school was founded in 2021. Centrally located in the East San Francisco Bay Area, we offer the highest quality music lessons and facilities.

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